Each year, the State buys goods and services totaling more than $7 billion – learn how your company can be a part of that! This webinar is designed to educate small, woman and/or minority business owners about opportunities to sell their goods and services to the Commonwealth of Virginia and many local governments. The workshop … Continue reading Intro to State Government Contracting

In this webinar you will learn if your small business will benefit from having a mobile app, and the steps to successfully deploy and market your app on the app stores. Areas covered include: Market Research App Scoping Finding a Developer and Budget App Business Planning Marketing Approach Building a Prototype Launching an App Promoting App … Continue reading Mobile Apps: How to Plan, Execute & Launch

In our webinar, we delve into the transformative power of technology and automation for home-based entrepreneurs. Learn how to streamline workflows, increase efficiency, and boost productivity with the latest digital tools and platforms. Join us to discover how harnessing technology can revolutionize your home-based business operations and drive success in today's digital age. Register Here

Do you want to open your own business? Do you have an idea for a product or service and you want to bring to market? Maybe you have people ready to buy your products, or customers ready to sign up for your services, but you’re not sure how to start getting paid. You may have … Continue reading Start Your Business

Do you own a childcare facility and need financing or have you always dreamed of starting your own childcare facility? Join us to learn how to get money to obtain your own or expand your childcare business! Hear firsthand from a childcare facility owner who grew her business from an at-home facility to a certified … Continue reading Starting a Childcare Business

Get ready for opening day! Join this live webinar (Zoom) to learn the following startup essentials: Legal forms Tax registration and filing Naming your company Finance and Accounting Employees vs Contractors Foundations for your business plan Register Here

Join us to learn the steps to open your new business! We will cover business licensure, taxes, insurance financial set up, and more. Speaker(s): Christine Kriz, MBA Director, Laurel Ridge SBDC Co-Sponsor(s): City of Winchester EDA Free Seminar Register Here

Join us for an electrifying day at the Power Up Your Small Business Conference, where innovation meets inspiration! This dynamic event is designed to ignite your entrepreneurial spirit, providing you with the tools, strategies, and connections to elevate your business to new heights. Why Attend? Expert Speakers: Gain insights from industry leaders, successful entrepreneurs, and … Continue reading Power Up Your Business Conference